Catheters for Urinary Incontinence in Men Treatment Overview Types of catheters include:
Straight catheter. This is a thin, flexible, hollow tube that is inserted through the urethra straight catheter
Indwelling urinary catheter. This type of catheter remains in place all the time until it's taken out. It has a balloon on the end that is inflated with sterile water after the end is inside the bladder. The inflated balloon prevents the indwelling catheter
Condom catheter. This is a special condom that fits over the penis and is attached to a tube that collects urine. With a condom catheter
What To Expect
Catheterization may cause some discomfort during the procedure. A condom catheter doesn't cause much discomfort. That's because it isn't inserted into the urethra. But indwelling catheters may cause some discomfort while in place.
Why It Is Done
Catheters can be used to treat severe incontinence that cannot be managed with medicines or surgery.
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How Well It Works
Catheters don't cure incontinence. They allow you or a caregiver to manage incontinence. These devices work well. But some men find catheters uncomfortable or painful.
Risks
Using a catheter increases your risk for:
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Current as of: April 30, 2024
Current as of: April 30, 2024
